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Sweet Lavender

Lavandula X Heterophylla

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Overview

Sweet Lavender, Lavandula x heterophylla, is a perennial hybrid known for its fragrant, narrow leaves and long-lasting, pale purple flowers. Growing 24 to 36 inches tall and wide, it adds height and texture. Prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Drought-tolerant once established, it attracts pollinators while deterring deer. Ideal for borders, herb gardens, and aromatic plantings. Hardy in USDA zones 8 to 10. Trim after flowering to maintain shape.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Medium, Very LowZones 5–9Climate Mediterranean
Sweet Lavender (Lavandula X Heterophylla) — is a perennial hybrid known for its fragrant

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium, Very Low
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Lamiaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Sweet Lavender (Lavandula X Heterophylla) — Occasional pruning post-bloom encourages a robust and attractive form, ensuring season-long appeal
Sweet Lavender (Lavandula X Heterophylla) — shrub with lavender and purple blooms
Sweet Lavender (Lavandula X Heterophylla) — narrow leaves and long-lasting; a hybrid of Portuguese (Lavandula latifolia) and English lavenders (Lavandula
Sweet Lavender (Lavandula X Heterophylla) — is a perennial hybrid known for its fragrant; prefers full sun and well-draining soil
Sweet Lavender (Lavandula X Heterophylla) — shrub for full or half
Sweet Lavender (Lavandula X Heterophylla) — Growing 24 to 36 inches tall and wide, it adds height and texture; enjoying full sun exposure for a minimum of six
Sweet Lavender (Lavandula X Heterophylla) — Prefers full sun and well-draining soil; lavender and purple flowers in the garden
Sweet Lavender (Lavandula X Heterophylla) — Drought-tolerant once established, it attracts pollinators while deterring deer, image 32
Sweet Lavender (Lavandula X Heterophylla) — Hardy in USDA zones 8 to 10; crowned by slim spikes of fragrant flowers
Sweet Lavender (Lavandula X Heterophylla) — Ideal for borders, herb gardens, and aromatic plantings; this plant is both hardy and versatile

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